Unhappy De Bruyne at Napoli Offered to Galatasaray
Kevin De Bruyne, reported to be unhappy at Napoli, has been offered to Galatasaray through intermediaries. The Belgian star is said to prioritize Turkey.
Surprise Name: Kevin De Bruyne
A surprise name has emerged on Galatasaray's radar as they have been working for weeks on a number 10 transfer: Kevin De Bruyne. The Belgian star, who left Manchester City for Napoli on a free transfer last season, is said to be experiencing an unhappy period in Italy. It is reported that he has been offered to Galatasaray through his agents.
No Decision Yet
It is stated that no decision has been made yet regarding De Bruyne, who has previously been on Galatasaray's agenda and received a positive report from head coach Okan Buruk. The club is primarily focused on negotiations with Bruno Fernandes, Jamal Musiala, and Can Uzun, and it is indicated that if no results are achieved with these names, the possibility of signing De Bruyne will be evaluated.
Mertens Comparison
According to the news, although De Bruyne's age (35) poses a barrier to being among the primary targets, it is recalled that Dries Mertens, who came to Galatasaray and quickly became an important figure, was also transferred at the same age. It is also noted that the two are close friends from the Belgian National Team.
Turkey or Saudi Arabia?
According to information sourced from the French press, De Bruyne has two options ahead of him: Turkey and Saudi Arabia. The player's future at Napoli remains uncertain, but it is stated that he is primarily considering Turkey.
By the Numbers: De Bruyne Still at a High Level in Serie A
According to StatsLook data, De Bruyne has played 21 matches for Napoli in the 2025/2026 season, contributing 5 goals and 4 assists. With an average rating of 7.30, he ranks in the top 6% of his position — despite being 35 years old, he continues to showcase one of the league's top performances.
Ranking first among offensive midfielders in Serie A for accurate passes (45.53 passes per 90 minutes) and also first for through balls (0.77/90), he demonstrates that he remains one of the league's most effective playmakers. He ranks third in key passes (2.71/90) and also third in creating big chances (0.60/90), indicating that his creativity is still intact.
What Does This Mean for Galatasaray?
The numbers show that despite De Bruyne's age, he is still one of the league's most creative midfielders. If results are not achieved with the primary targets, Galatasaray has a strong alternative in De Bruyne, with his experience and productivity on the field.
The information in this article is based on a report published in Sabah. Statistics were obtained from the StatsLook database.
